JOG 2025–26 Season Overview
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This year’s JOG series promises ten events across meadows, parks, hills, and woodland—a brilliant mix designed to build skills and confidence. There’s something for everyone—whether you’re new to orienteering or ready to push your navigation to the next level.
| Event # | Date | Venue | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| JOG 1 | 6 Sep 2025 | Longrun Meadow | Taunton |
| JOG 2 | 20 Sep 2025 | Wind Down | Bridgwater |
| JOG 3 | 11 Oct 2025 | Cothelstone Hill | Taunton |
| JOG 4 | 8 Nov 2025 | Ash Priors | Taunton |
| JOG 5 | 22 Nov 2025 | Ham Hill | Yeovil |
| JOG 6 | 10 Jan 2026 | Vivary Park | Taunton |
| JOG 7 | 31 Jan 2026 | Netherclay | Taunton |
| JOG 8 | 28 Feb 2026 | Roughmoor | Taunton |
| JOG 9 | 14 Mar 2026 | Thurlbear Wood | Taunton |
| JOG 10 | 28 Mar 2026 | Broomfield | Bridgwater |
(Events typically run 1:30–3:00 pm—check the event page for final details.)
Event Highlights
- 6 Sep – Longrun Meadow
A perfect start: open spaces and clear routes to warm up for the season ahead. - 20 Sep – Wind Down
Despite the name, this is where the action picks up—rolling terrain and route choices that start to stretch your decision-making. - 11 Oct – Cothelstone Hill
Sweeping views, open hillsides, and woodland paths—ideal for learning to read contours and plan ahead. - 8 Nov – Ash Priors
Autumn colours meet crisp November air on a course that mixes open and wooded sections. - 22 Nov – Ham Hill
One of the season’s highlights with dramatic scenery and routes that reward careful navigation. - 10 Jan – Vivary Park
A bright and welcoming venue to kick off the new year, perfect for families and newcomers. - 31 Jan – Netherclay
Compact but challenging, with plenty of variety to keep you on your toes. - 28 Feb – Roughmoor
Mid-season brings trickier terrain and routes that test map-reading precision. - 14 Mar – Thurlbear Wood
Classic woodland orienteering with opportunities to fine-tune your compass work. - 28 Mar – Broomfield
The season wraps up with a mix of open ground and forest—an event that brings together everything learned along the way.
Why Join the JOG Series?
- Courses for all abilities: From complete beginners to confident juniors.
- Build skills event by event: Navigation, route choice, and map-reading improve naturally over the season.
- Friendly and supportive: Relaxed atmosphere, experienced volunteers, and a welcoming community.
- Explore new places: Each venue offers its own landscape, challenges, and character.
The JOG series is a great way to spend time outdoors, build confidence, and discover the joy of orienteering across some of Somerset’s most scenic spots.